Procurement Category Manager (corporate)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the public sector is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Corporate Services. This permanent, full-time position offers a hybrid working arrangement, focusing on strategic procurement activities and compliance with public sector legislation. Ideal candidates will be CIPS qualified with proven experience in public sector procurement, capable of influencing strategic decisions and leading complex tenders.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Generous holiday allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate procurement within the public sector.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tenders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert procurement advice and ensure compliance with public sector regulations.
• Lead the full tender lifecycle from engagement to contract award.
• Develop category strategies for value and efficiency.

Skills

Procurement regulations knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Strategic influence

Education

CIPS qualified or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Corporate Services
Salary: £49,764 - £50,788
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Full-time, Hybrid (predominantly remote)
Location: North West, UK & Remote

Panoramic Associates is supporting our public sector client in the search for a Procurement Category Manager (Corporate Services) to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced public sector procurement professional with a focus on corporate services. You will play a key role in leading procurement activities, delivering strategic outcomes, and ensuring compliance with relevant public sector legislation.

Our client offers a highly flexible working environment (including predominantly remote working), a generous holiday allowance, a competitive pension scheme, and other excellent benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert procurement advice to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations and alignment with category objectives.
• Influence strategic procurement decisions by applying in-depth knowledge and collaborating with senior stakeholders, including executive directors.
• Develop and implement category strategies that drive value for money, efficiency, and measurable cost savings.
• Lead the full tender lifecycle, from pre-market engagement to contract award, including market analysis, route-to-market design, KPI development, and adherence to procurement procedures.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of procurement services within the council.
• Maintain and proactively manage the contract register.

Essential Criteria:

• CIPS qualified, working towards, or equivalent CPD evidence.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate procurement within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience applying the category management approach in procurement.
• Proven track record of developing and leading procurement sourcing strategies.
• Awareness of social value, sustainability, and wider council priorities, and how procurement contributes to their delivery.
• Experience managing multiple complex tenders and procurements under public sector rules.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, both internally and externally.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience delivering social value outcomes.
• Familiarity with construction and FM procurement categories.

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a meaningful impact in the public sector, please submit your CV today.